Moose Alarm: 53 Moose-Car Accidents in Norway

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The discussion revolves around the recent spike in moose-car accidents in Norway, with participants sharing humorous takes and anecdotes related to the incidents. The conversation touches on the nature of moose behavior, vehicle safety, and cultural references to automobiles, particularly Volvo and the Troll Automobile.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes a significant number of moose accidents in Norway, questioning if the moose might be Swedish.
  • Another humorously suggests that moose should have driver's licenses and that cars need larger airbags.
  • A participant emphasizes the safety features of Volvo cars, implying they are well-suited for such accidents.
  • There is a playful assertion that the moose involved are not "Norweedish."
  • One participant doubts that Volvo airbags are designed for moose, indicating a concern for safety in such collisions.
  • A nostalgic comment about owning a Volvo is made, highlighting its comfort and size.
  • Participants clarify that Volvo is a Swedish brand and mention the Troll Automobile, which was produced in Norway but was not successful.
  • Another participant humorously notes the limited production of the Troll Automobile.

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Participants engage in light-hearted banter and humor, with no clear consensus on the nature of the accidents or the characteristics of the vehicles involved. Multiple competing views and jokes remain throughout the discussion.

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The discussion includes playful speculation and cultural references, which may not reflect serious analysis of the moose accidents or vehicle safety standards.

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Readers interested in humorous takes on wildlife interactions with vehicles, automotive safety, or cultural references to Scandinavian automobiles may find this discussion engaging.

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Moose alarm!

Our meese are particularly prone to traffic accidents this week.
So for, in just 4 of Norway's 20 or so counties, 53 meese have been too nosy around cars since last Friday.

I wonder if these really are Swedish meese??
http://www.vg.no/bil-og-motor/artikkel.php?artid=10075888
 
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Do your meeses have driver's licenses? Looks like your cars need bigger airbags - and a better drivers' education class.
 


netgypsy said:
Looks like your cars need bigger airbags - and a better drivers' education class.

Volvo, man. Volvo. Enough said.
 


Surely those are not Norweedish Meese.
 


don't think volvo airbags are rated for meese - at least not that one.
 


I owned a Volvo for a while, like the nice comfy square one for the whole family; I doubt an elephant could stop it.

Of course, I am romanticizing. :smile: I miss the damned thing.
 

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